A Back to School To-Do List for the Over-Achieving College Student

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It may feel like the summer break just began, but August is in full swing and it’s hard to ignore the facts. It’s time to start preparing for the upcoming school year!

The transition from nocturnal couch potato to highly motivated and excited college student may seem rough, but here’s everything you need to know to ensure nothing slows you down this upcoming school year.

• Land an internship
  Still looking for an opportunity? Our job board has a ton.
• Start prepping for your club leadership role
  Need some inspiration? Here are some tips on how to make the most of your student leadership position.
• Set up an appointment with an advisor to make sure your grad requirements are on track
  Looking for more guidance? Learn how to find a great mentor!
• Send a note to your fav professors to get coffee with them this semester
  Not sure how to connect with your profs? Emily lays out how to take advantage of the student/teacher relationship in her blog post.
• Go to open office hours at the career center to get feedback on your resume
  Here are a few quick ways you can make your one page stand out.
• Go to a networking event off campus
  FindSpark is hosting a few online and in-person networking events next month!
• Write a blog post on LinkedIn about your summer internship experience
  Still unsure how to make the most of all of the different social media? This blog post makes it clear what to post on each platform.
• Prepare your agenda by referencing your school’s academic calendar to block off important dates (e.g. breaks, activities fairs, guest speakers)
  With a more concrete schedule, you can find more time to connect with your network. Not sure how? This is how you can stay connected with the people you’ve worked with.
• Create or optimize your online presence through your own website or other social media
  Don’t have a website? Create a site with Wix.com to claim your own corner of the internet. It’s the easiest way to build a website for free!
• Sign up for volunteering or service opportunities
  Here are more ways you can gain experience without having an internship.
• Set a few academic, career, or personal goals for the upcoming semester
  Looking to take on a new project? Check out our Side Hustle Starter Kit to kick off your new project with momentum!

Interested in gaining real resume building experience and networking with some of the most driven students, coolest companies, and established pros in the country? Check out our Campus Ambassador Program and learn why our alumni have gone on to places like Time Inc, L’Oreal, MRY, and Dress for Success: findspark.com/ambassadors